ETHYLENE

Hazard statements (CLP)

H220, H280, H336

Code

Statements

H220

Extremely flammable gas

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May cause drowsiness or dizziness Extremely flammable gas Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation May form explosive mixtures with air May cause frostbite

Prevention

Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, hot surfaces. — No smoking Avoid breathing gas Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing Use and store only outdoors or in a well ventilated place Use a backflow preventive device in piping Do not open valve until connected to equipment prepared for use Close valve after each use and when empty Never put cylinders into unventilated areas of passenger vehicles

Response

IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. IF ON SKIN:. Thaw frosted parts with lukewarm water. Do not rub affected area. Get immediate medical advice/attention. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing Leaking gas fire: do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so

Storage

Protect from sunlight when ambient temperature exceeds 52°C/125°F

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

OSHA Regulatory Status This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Flammable gases Category 1 Gases under pressure Liquefied gas Simple asphyxiants Yes